The Noble Gases By: Joey Nedland and Brandon DelaneyThe Noble Gases (The noble gases are all gases.)
Helium
Neon
Argon
Krypton
Xenon
Radon
Ununoctium and Ununquadrium
While the synthetic element ununoctium is in group 18, it does not have the qualities of a noble gas. Ununquadrium, another synthetic element that's not in periodic group 18, does have the qualities of a noble gas.
Periodic Group 18
All of the elements in periodic group 18 share some common characteristics, such as...
-They have melting and boiling points within 10 degrees Celsius of each other.
-None of them have much of a reaction with many other elements.
Physical Properties
All of the noble gases share some physical properties. They are...
- They have no distinct smell. (Odorless)
- They are tasteless.
-They conduct electricity.
-They have low boiling and melting points.
Chemical Properties
Noble gases also share some chemical properties, such as...
- They do not react with other elements.
- They are not flammable.
-They only react with themselves.
Interesting Facts
- Noble gases are what make up the glowing parts of neon signs.
- Noble gases are also known as Inert gases.
- All noble gases are obtained from the air.
Common Uses
- Lighting
-Helium is used in balloons.
-Due to their low boiling and melting points, they are used for refridgeration.
Helium
Neon
Argon
Krypton
Xenon
Radon
Ununoctium and Ununquadrium
While the synthetic element ununoctium is in group 18, it does not have the qualities of a noble gas. Ununquadrium, another synthetic element that's not in periodic group 18, does have the qualities of a noble gas.
Periodic Group 18
All of the elements in periodic group 18 share some common characteristics, such as...
-They have melting and boiling points within 10 degrees Celsius of each other.
-None of them have much of a reaction with many other elements.
Physical Properties
All of the noble gases share some physical properties. They are...
- They have no distinct smell. (Odorless)
- They are tasteless.
-They conduct electricity.
-They have low boiling and melting points.
Chemical Properties
Noble gases also share some chemical properties, such as...
- They do not react with other elements.
- They are not flammable.
-They only react with themselves.
Interesting Facts
- Noble gases are what make up the glowing parts of neon signs.
- Noble gases are also known as Inert gases.
- All noble gases are obtained from the air.
Common Uses
- Lighting
-Helium is used in balloons.
-Due to their low boiling and melting points, they are used for refridgeration.
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